Big Country El vs Idea Burke Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 862 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Big Country El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
660 students
Idea Burke Academy
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
730 students
| Measure | Big Country El San Antonio, Texas | Idea Burke Academy San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1619 of 4,686 | #3371 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #23230 of 50,301 | #36322 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 660 | 730 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 730 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.8% | 59.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | – |
| Math proficiency | 58% | – |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Big Country El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.7 vs 33.4).
- •Idea Burke Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.9% vs 70.8%).
- •Big Country El does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 23.5).
- •Idea Burke Academy is the larger school with 730 students compared with 660.
- •Big Country El is a public school while Idea Burke Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Big Country El better than Idea Burke Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Big Country El ranks higher (52.7 vs 33.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Big Country El and Idea Burke Academy?
About 862 m in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Big Country El: 660. Idea Burke Academy: 730. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Big Country El and Idea Burke Academy rank in Texas?
Big Country El is 1619th of 4,686 and Idea Burke Academy is 3371st of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).